The European Rafting Champs Comes to Bosnia and Herzegovina!

Buckle up for a new adventure: Bosnia and Herzegovina proudly announces the hosting of the WRF European Rafting Championships 2024 - on Neretva River, Konjic. 

From June 10th to 15th, this picturesque destination will become the battleground for the continental's top rafting teams The pristine Neretva River is the blue heart of Europe; it carves its way through Bosnia and Herzegovina’s impenetrable forest. A mesmerizing blue-green, that runs 225 kilometers from deep within the Dinaric Alps to the Adriatic Sea – at some points disappearing into subterranean channels before re-emerging in bubbling springs. Renowned for its crystal-clear waters and stunning hues, will be the stage for this exciting competition. Characterized as a typical mountain river, the Neretva boasts an incredible drinkable clarity upstream from Konjic, a rarity in itself. In June, the water levels will be optimal for an exhilarating competition, ranging from third-degree to intermittent fourth-degree challenges along the course.

The city of Konjic is ready to welcome all the strongest rafters from all over Europe to discover its cultural heritage and local cuisine; the city is approximately 50 kilometers south of Sarajevo. The accommodation & food will be free of charge if the Team is registered on time. See the Official Sport Programme below.

June 10th: Welcome to Konjic

• Accreditation Procedures for Teams
• Slalom Official Training
• Opening Ceremony

June 11th: Getting Ready for Action

• Downriver Official Training  

June 12th: The Overture

• Downriver Race
• RX Qualification Race

June 13th: Navigating the Rapids

• RX Knockout Phase Mixed and Para-Rafting - RX Knockout Phase Women & Men

June 14th: A Grand Finale and Farewell

• Slalom Race
• Official Closing Ceremony 
• Departure

We remind everyone the deadline to register:

Numeric Entries: April 30th, 2024

Nominal Entries via WRF Platform: May 15th, 2024